Explore "Yuen Long" in Hong Kong to savor local delicacies and experience authentic residential life

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In the northwest of Hong Kong, there's a laid-back and approachable gem — "Yuen Long." Though it continues to progress with the times, it remains peaceful and unhurried, preserving many charming ways of life as well as the most authentic local Hong Kong cuisine. Below, we’ll take you through the streets and alleys with the locals, using the daily life of Yuen Long to introduce you to the local lifestyle in Hong Kong.

Food in Yuen Long — in this city full of culinary delights, if you want to try the most nostalgic dishes, a trip to Yuen Long is a must.

【Ho Dai Doh Gaai】Yuen Long’s oldest-established eatery, a Michelin-recommended gem
%? Signature dishes: Shrimp roe noodles, fresh shrimp wontons
Established over 70 years ago, “Ho Dai Doh Gaai” started as a small noodle stall carried on a shoulder pole. Its “shrimp roe noodles” and “fresh shrimp wontons” are classic must-tries. The noodles are springy and firm, sprinkled with shrimp roe, creating an aromatic blend when tossed together. Paired with a refreshing bowl of fresh shrimp wonton soup, each bite bursts with umami — truly satisfying.

To fully present their family’s treasured flavors, everything from the noodles and broth to the ingredients and sauces is homemade. Thanks to this dedication, Ho Dai Doh Gaai has been listed in the Michelin-recommended food guide for many years.
%? Business hours: 08:00–20:00
%? Address: G/F, 67 Fuk Choi Street, Yuen Long

【Victory Beef Balls】Classic affordable eats — super-Q beef balls as bouncy as ping pong balls
Signature dishes: Homemade beef balls, beef brisket, beef tendons
Ever seen the beef balls used as ping pong balls in the movie "God of Cookery"? Yes — “Victory Beef Balls” is that good.

Everyday, they select fresh beef, never mixing in other meats or adding spices like black pepper. It’s all about authentic, no-frills, freshly made daily beef. The beef balls are springy, firm, not greasy, and packed with the natural sweetness of beef. If you prefer bold flavors, try dipping them in the shop’s homemade chili sauce — the taste will elevate to another level, incredibly satisfying.Their tender and flavorful braised “beef brisket” and “beef tendons” are also must-tries. Want all three in one go? Just ask the boss for a mixed bowl.
%? Business hours: 07:00–19:00
%? Address: G/F, Cheung Fat Building, No. 20, Yiu King Court, 1 Hong King Street, Yuen Long

【Ka Kee Dessert】 CNN strongly recommended — the king of Hong Kong desserts
%? Signature dishes: B仔凉粉, garlic chili chicken wing tips
Ka Kee Dessert’s creation, “B仔凉粉,” is hugely popular across Hong Kong. Packed with fresh fruits and paired with grass jelly dessert, it’s refreshingly delicious and instantly revitalizing. The portion is generous — if you’re in a small group and worried about leftovers, you can also order the “B仔船,” which has the same contents.

Besides desserts, the shop also offers braised snacks. “Garlic chili chicken wing tips” and “silky smooth cheung fun” are also very popular among foodies.
%? Business hours: 12:30–02:30
%? Address: Shop 7, Fortune Centre, Yau Sun Street, Yuen Long

Shopping in Yuen Long — besides wife cakes, many of Hong Kong’s famous pastries and snacks also originated here.

【Ki O Peanut Candy】 Handcrafted candy passed down through generations
%? Recommended souvenir: Peanut candy
Peanut candy is a souvenir you can find in many places, but nowadays most are mass-produced by machines. "Qi'ao Peanut Candy," however, is an old shop that insists on making everything by hand. From boiling the sugar and mixing the ingredients to cutting and boxing, relying on years of experience, they honestly produce pieces of peanut candy that are sweet but not greasy. The handmade peanut candy is soft and fluffy, the syrup doesn’t stick to your teeth, and the rich aroma of peanuts is irresistible — one piece just leads to another.

Besides peanut candy, there are also various traditional-flavored snacks, all made with solid craftsmanship and classic flavors.If you’d like to see the handmade process of Qi'ao Peanut Candy, it’s recommended to visit the shop in the afternoon — you might just get to witness it firsthand.
%?Business Hours: 10:00 - 23:00
%?Address: 36 Tai Po Road, Yuen Long

[Truly Fragrant Egg Rolls] One of Hong Kong's Top Three Egg Roll Shops – Simple, Honest Goodness
%?Recommended Souvenir: Original Flavor Egg Rolls
"Truly Fragrant Egg Rolls," which has been around for over 70 years, is tucked away in a small alley. Though its storefront is unassuming, many people specifically travel from far and wide just to buy their egg rolls.

The flavor of Truly Fragrant Egg Rolls is very simple — just the rich aroma of flour and eggs. In this era of pursuit for refinement and food additives, such an honest taste is something people especially cherish and savor.
%?Business Hours: 07:30-19:30
%?Address: G/F, 124E Tai Po Road, Yuen Long

Traveling around Yuen Long? Taking the light rail is the most convenient way to explore the area with ease.

The Hong Kong Light Rail is a common mode of transport for local residents in Yuen Long, operating only in the Tuen Mun-Yuen Long area. Most visitors rarely get the chance to take it. The light rail stations are all located along the roadside, and the trains run on regular roads. Through the windows, you can see the changing scenery between urban and rural areas, allowing you to experience authentic Yuen Long life up close.

After seeing all these introductions, would you like to go and experience it yourself? Just a weekend is enough to easily immerse yourself in the daily life of Yuen Long locals — wander around and explore, and you might just make some unexpected new discoveries.

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